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Within Pennsylvania, Chatham University is Considered an Average Quality College
at an Expensive Price.

Chatham University's overall average net price combined with an average quality education,
results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in
Pennsylvania.
This lands Chatham University in the
#69 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Good School, Bad Price

The quality of education you will receive at Chatham University places it in the top 40% of all colleges and universities nationwide. However, when compared to other schools that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Chatham is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #970 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns good marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Chatham University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be $153,454

On average, a bachelor's degree at Chatham University will cost you about
$153,454.
This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of
$37,232
per year and an average of 4.1
years to graduate.

Amount

Average Yearly Cost

$37,232

Average Years to Graduate

4.1

Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree

$153,454

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page
for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value.
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'.
To get a sense of how value for your educational
dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Chatham University.
Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare
that number to other schools of similar quality ranking.
If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking.
If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.